How many syllables in “nurse”?
syllable in "nurse"
Word details
Syllables
1
nurse
Letters
5
n · u · r · s · e
Scrabble
5
points
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About the word “nurse”
The word “nurse” contains 1 syllable, divided as nurse. It has 5 letters.
FAQ
How many syllables does "nurse" have?
"nurse" has 1 syllable.
How do you divide "nurse" into syllables?
"nurse" is divided into syllables as: nurse.
What is the Scrabble score for "nurse"?
The Scrabble score for "nurse" is 5 points.
Using “nurse” in writing
As a single-syllable word, "nurse" carries strong natural stress and punchy impact. In haiku, it contributes one full syllable to the 5-7-5 structure. Monosyllabic words anchor lines in free verse and create emphasis when surrounded by longer words.
In word games
In Scrabble and Words With Friends, “nurse” is worth 5 base points before any board multipliers. Common words score lower individually, but their versatility is valuable — use them to open new lanes on the board or clear difficult tiles.
Anagrams of “nurse”
The letters in “nurse” can be rearranged to spell one other word: runes.